Veronica Mars

This movie sequel to the cult television show is practically gift-wrapped for fans, many of whom will actually see themselves on screen. (Being an extra in the movie was one of the lures on a Kickstarter campaign that raised $5.7 million for this production.) Newcomers will be less pleased, discovering a product that looks and feels like a scaled-up TV show. Kristen Bell is solid once again as Veronica, and James Franco makes a hilarious cameo. -- P. Hartlaub, SF Chronicle

This movie sequel to the cult television show is practically gift-wrapped for fans, many of whom will actually see themselves on screen. (Being...

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